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Apology for women raped by father
Two women who were repeatedly abused and raped by their father for three decades - bearing seven of his children - have received an unreserved apology from authorities who failed to protect them.
Economic storm not yet over - Brown
Gordon Brown has admitted that recession-hit Britain faces more "bumps in the road" - but declared he has the character to lead the country to economic recovery.
Most 'prefer surgery to lose fat'
More than half of Britons would rather shift excess weight through drastic surgery than diet or exercise, a poll has suggested.
Jury discharged in car death trial
The jury in the trial of an elderly motorist who knocked down and killed his wife has been discharged.
Plane spotters return from India
Two British plane spotters are back home after avoiding a 10-year sentence in an Indian jail on spying charges.
Bolt earns Laureus gong
Usain Bolt was named Laureus World Sportsman of the Year for the second year in succession on Wednesday, while Britain's Jenson Button was honoured for winning the Formula One world title.
Onions ruled out of opener
England bowler Graham Onions has been ruled out of the first Test against Bangladesh with a back injury.
Wilkinson: We learned from Scots loss
Jonny Wilkinson admits England's defeat by Scotland at Murrayfield two years ago was one of the most painful experiences of his rugby career.
Gatland lauds O'Driscoll achievement
Wales coach Warren Gatland has paid a glowing tribute to Ireland cap centurion Brian O'Driscoll ahead of Saturday's RBS 6 Nations clash in Dublin.
Robinson given new Giants deal
Huddersfield scrum half Luke Robinson has signed a contract extension that will keep at the Galpharm Stadium until the end of the 2012 season.
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Police discover 'human remains' in carpet under patio in Fulham garden
Police digging up the garden patio of a cancer sufferer in Fulham found a body wrapped in a carpet Comments
Grandmother of boy who drowned in pond ‘thought he was in bed'
Grandmother tells inquest how her three-year-old grandson sneaked away from her and drowned in a neighbour’s pond while she was babysitting him Comments
Showbiz: Coronation Street star Beverley Callard admits battle with depression
Coronation Street star Beverley Callard reveals she has been receiving treatment for a nervous breakdown and depression Comments
Tube misery as two million passengers face delays after funding slashed
Two million passengers who use Jubilee, Northern and Piccadilly lines face years of delays after major row on Tube spending Comments
Former partner at Queen's stockbroker Cazenove guilty of insider dealing
Malcolm Calvert, who retired from the investment bank Cazenove 10 years ago is found guilty of insider dealing Comments
Election set for 6 May as Gordon Brown pledges 'I won't let you down'
Bookmakers stop taking bets on a 6 May general election after Gordon Brown makes the date a near-certainty with Budget announcement Comments
Tory MP tables Bill to scale down ‘hardcore’ lingerie posters on London's buses
Sexy lingerie ads should be banned from London Buses, a Tory MP urges as she warned that increasing sexualisation of society was damaging children Comments
Lost Boys star Corey Haim dies after drugs overdose, aged 38
Bratpack star Corey Haim has died at the age of 38 following an apparent accidental overdose CommentsSport Sport feed
Football: Off-field problems make my job hard, says Fabio Capello
The England boss admits he had no idea about the difficulties he would face when he took over as national coach CommentsFootball: Roma in London to land Arsenal defender William Gallas
Club face a fight to keep the centre-back after representatives from the Italian side flew into the capital to secure a deal for the 32-year-old CommentsFootball: Swaggering Gunners still look flawed contenders
They may have breezed past Porto last night but question marks remain over Arsenal’s ability to go all the way in the Champions League CommentsBusiness Business feed
Northern Rock slashes losses but chief turns down bonus
The boss of taxpayer-owned Northern Rock, Gary Hoffman, turns down a £700,000 bonus he was due to receive for a much better than expected performance by the bank in 2009 CommentsEMI boss Elio Leoni-Sceti leaves troubled record label
EMI is plunged into more turmoil as its private equity owner Terra Firma parts ways with Elio Leoni-Sceti as chief executive to replace him with Charles Allen CommentsPound slips and double dip fears grow with fall in UK's manufacturing
Fears of a double-dip recession resurface after factory output unexpectedly fell early this year, hitting the pound again CommentsEntertainment Entertainment feed
Theatre: Love never dies...it just fades away
Admirers of Phantom are likely to be disappointed with Love Never Dies, and there’s not enough here to entice a new generation of fans, says Henry Hitchings. Comments
Theatre: Acosta’s true class brings us sunshine in La Fille mal Gardée
It’s hard not to rave about La Fille mal Gardée, especially with Marianela Nuñez and Carlos Acosta in the lead roles. Comments
Art: Get a close up of The Indian Portrait show
As Ben Luke walked round The Indian Portrait show, he found himself wishing he had brought a magnifying glass. Comments
Showbiz: Tess Daly: My marriage to Vernon Kay is worth fighting for
Tess Daly said her marriage to fellow TV presenter husband Vernon Kay was "worth fighting for". Comments
Showbiz: Stars make a stand at Love Never Dies premiere
Video: Andrew Lloyd Webber and stars of Love Never Dies received a standing ovation from a celeb packed audience at its world premiere Comments
Showbiz: My marriage to Alex Reid is legal, insists Katie Price
Katie Price insisted today that her marriage to Alex Reid is "legal" and genuine. Comments
Film: A wrong that must be righted: behind the bars of Angola
In the Land of the Free, dedicated to Anita Roddick, is not only the best documentary of the year, it is also spearheading a campaign. Comments
Music: Listen: Evening Standard exclusive Amy Macdonald track
Here is an exclusive live track, An Ordinary Life, from Amy Macdonald's new album, A Curious Thing, that was released this week. Comments
Life & Style Life & Style feed
Health & Beauty: Light Fantastic: How a lamp could make you look younger
Looking younger after sitting under a lamp sounds too good to be true. But her face lost four years, says Melanie McDonagh Comments
Health & Beauty: Where's the proof? Beauty creams that really have been tested
Beauty creams are moving from the realms of pseudo-science to offering real evidence that they do work, says Alice Hart-Davis Comments
Blowdries are back in the hood
Old-fashioned hood dryers and big rollers are cool again. Bella Blissett finds out how stylists are creating smooth and bouncy hair Comments
Travel: Into the blue with the Northern Lights of Iceland
Iceland reveals itself in its numerous natural wonders - not least the Northern Lights - but also in its cities, food and culture Comments
Fashion: Romance and ruffles make Valentino's day
If ruffles aren't your thing, you won't be wearing Valentino next autumn Comments
Travel: No hippies hanging out at Hope House
Hope House in Oxfordshire is a fine town house built of the same honey-coloured stone as Blenheim, and in a similar Vanbrughian style Comments
Have you sustained an injury while having sex?
Sex is meant to be a pleasure. But sometimes pleasure can (accidentally?) turn to pain. Comments
Health & Beauty: Feel good factor: Men’s bespoke facial at the Dorchester Spa
Nick Curtis's verdict on a 55-minute, £90 facial with exclusive-to-the-Dorchester Kerstin Florian products. Comments |
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Christine Ohuruogu's golden shot
Five medal prospects will reveal their hopes and fears for the London Games in their diaries in Standard Sport. Ahead of the weekly series, our Olympic 400m champion Christine Ohuruogu
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